$13,083 / set
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Bearn by Christofle France Stainless Steel Flatware Service Set 98 pcs Dinner
By Christofle
Located in Big Bend, WI
Bearn by Christofle France Stainless Steel Flatware set - 98 pieces. This set includes: 12 Dinner
Stainless Steel
1960s Christofle France Coll Gallia Two Egg Cups Silverplate, Signed
By Christofle
Located in Biella, IT
Christofle France coll Gallia signed two egg cups in silverplate design years 1960 in perfect
Stainless Steel
122-Piece Christofle Capricorne Liane Silver-Plated Flatware Set, France
By Christofle
Located in Rochester, NY
Christofle, France. This mid-20th century collection showcases the sculptural elegance and exceptional
Silver Plate, Stainless Steel
$543
H 0.4 in W 4.14 in D 2.76 in
Silver-Plated Christofle Paperweight with Poetic Engraving by B. Quentin
By Christofle, Bernard Quentin
Located in Stockholm, SE
Christofle and designed by B. Quentin in 1983. Crafted in silver-plated metal, it features a softly contoured
Stainless Steel
Lino Sabattini rare cruet , oil/vinegar container set , attb to Christofle
By Christofle, Lino Sabattini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great set designed by LINO SABATTINI in stainless steel and glass, with acrylic stopper .Glass
Stainless Steel
Unavailable
H 9.8 in W 1 in D 0.5 in
Christofle Stainless Steel Perles 162-Piece Dinner Set, New in Original Boxes
By Christofle
Located in Petaluma, CA
This French Christofle Perles stainless steel set consists of 162 pieces. All pieces are new and
Stainless Steel
Sold
H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in
Beauharnais by Christofle Stainless Steel Flatware Service Set 39 Pcs Boxed Rare
Located in Big Bend, WI
Discontinued and hard to find Beauharnais by Christofle stainless steel flatware set in original
Stainless Steel
Sold
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Integrale by Christofle France Stainless Steel Flatware Service Set 22 Pieces
By Christofle
Located in Big Bend, WI
Rare Integrale by Christofle stainless steel flatware set with unique, modern design - 22 pieces
Stainless Steel
Sold
H 1 in W 1 in L 1 in
Bearn by Christofle France Stainless Steel Set Service Dinner Estate 83 Pieces
By Christofle
Located in Big Bend, WI
Bearn by Christofle France stainless steel Details This Bearn by Christofle stainless steel 83
Stainless Steel
Sold
H 1 in W 1 in L 1 in
Perles by Christofle France Stainless Steel Set Service Dinner Modern New 86 Pc
Located in Big Bend, WI
This New Perles by Christofle stainless steel flatware set includes: 12 dinner knives, 9 1/2" 12
Stainless Steel
Sold
H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in
Albi by Christofle France Stainless Steel Set Service for 12 Dinner New 86 Pcs
Located in Big Bend, WI
Albi by Christofle France stainless steel - new details This new Albi by Christofle stainless
Stainless Steel
Sold
H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in
Elementaire by Christofle France Stainless Steel Flatware Set Dinner 83 pcs New
Located in Big Bend, WI
Vegetable Serving Spoon, 9 7/8" Plus brand new Christofle chest. Material Stainless Steel, glossy
Stainless Steel
Sold
H 1 in W 1 in L 1 in
L'Ame De Christofle France Stainless Steel Set Service for 12 Dinner New 74 Pcs
Located in Big Bend, WI
This new L'Ame de Christofle stainless steel flatware set includes: 12 dinner knives, 9 3/4
Christofle, France. Six dinner knives in plated silver and stainless steel.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Christofle, France. A set of six dinner knives in plated silver. Stainless steel blades. Classic
Stainless Steel, Silver Plate
Christofle. Set of six dinner knives in plated silver and stainless steel.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Christofle, France. A set of six dinner knives in plated silver. Stainless steel blades. Classic
Silver, Stainless Steel
Sold
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Hudson by Christofle Stainless Steel Flatware set 30 pc Modern IN BOOK New
By Christofle
Located in Big Bend, WI
(France) Stainless Steel Flatware set - 30 pieces. This set includes: 6 Dinner Knives, 9 5/8" 6 Dinner
Stainless Steel
Sold
H 1.78 in W 15.16 in D 10.83 in
Rare Christofle Fish Cutlery for 12 Persons in original vintage box
By Christofle
Located in Vienna, AT
from stainless steel and plated with silver to create a beautiful set of cutlery that is durable and
Silver Plate, Stainless Steel
Sold
H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in
Tenere by Christofle France Stainless Steel Flatware Set for 12 Service, New
Located in Big Bend, WI
Christofle Tenere stainless steel flatware: A striking modern design that traces the shape of
Stainless Steel
Sold
H 8.5 in W 9.5 in D 7.5 in
Vintage Wine Cooler Ice Bucket with Rings in Stainless Steel, French, c. 1970's
By Christofle
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Vintage handmade stainless steel wine cooler, circa 1970's. Can be used to chill bottles of wine
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Gio Ponti “Ponti 400” Flatware Service for Eight by Christofle
By Gio Ponti, Christofle, Arthur Krupp
Located in San Francisco, CA
A “Ponti 400” 40-piece stainless steel flatware service for eight by Gio Ponti and produced by
Stainless Steel
Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Service, 764 Pieces
By Gorham
Located in New Orleans, LA
This monumental American sterling silver flatware service by Gorham epitomizes the stately glamour of turn-of-the-century dining. A total of 705 pieces in the beloved Versailles patt...
Sterling Silver
Officina Rivadossi Oak Bench, Italy 1970s
By Giuseppe Rivadossi, Officina Rivadossi
Located in Aartselaar, BE
This Oak Officina Rivadossi bench is a breathtaking fusion of functionality and aesthetics that ceases attention in any setting. This bench goes beyond its practical purpose and tran...
Wood, Oak
Sold|$11,000
H 76.78 in W 109.45 in D 18.51 in
Mid-Century Modern Large Italian Bookcase in Cherry and Brass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Wall unit, cherry, brass, Italy, 1960s Hailing from a skilled artisan of Italy, this exceptional library unit excels in form, material use, composition, and craftsmanship. The bookc...
Brass
$5,550
H 29.53 in W 50.79 in D 39.38 in
Dudouyt - Table - Extendable - Oak - 1940s - France - Brutalist
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Introducing a remarkable French Art Deco dining table designed by the renowned Charles Dudouyt, a celebrated furniture designer known for his exceptional craftsmanship, innovative de...
Oak
$9,850
H 18 in W 24 in D 24 in
A Fine Early 20th Century 152 Piece Austrian Flatware Set by Berndorf Alpacca
By Berndorfer Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Fine Early 20th Century 152 Piece Austrian Dinnerware Flatware Set by Berndorfer Metallwaaren-Fabrik, stamped 'Berndorf Alpacca', The Neoclassical Revival style set of Alpacca flat...
Alpaca, Wood
Mid-Century Modern coffee table tiles Belarti
By Juliette Belarti
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
A very nice coffee table from the Mid-Century period. Designed by J. Belarti.
Stainless Steel
$73,910 / set
H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
Renaissance by Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Flatware Set 156 Pcs Herbst Estate
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Superb Renaissance by Tiffany & Co sterling silver Flatware set - 156 pieces. This multi-motif pattern was designed by Paulding Farmhan and was introduced in the year 1905. This set ...
Sterling Silver
$92,390 / set
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Tetard Freres Perles Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service French 343 Pcs Dinner
By Tetard Freres
Located in Big Bend, WI
Founded in 1880 by Edmond Tétard (1860-1901) following the purchase of the house of Mr. Hugo. In 1889, he participated in the World Expo and received a Gold Medal. The house speciali...
Sterling Silver
$8,454
H 9.06 in W 58.67 in D 33.47 in
Midcentury coffee table by Giuseppe Rivadossi for Officina Rivadossi, Italy 1970
By Giuseppe Rivadossi, Officina Rivadossi
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Coffee table by Italian sculptor and designer Giuseppe Rivadossi manufactured by Officina Rivadossi. Stunning coffee table featuring a high level of craftsmanship in woodwork which ...
Wood
$16,400
H 78.75 in W 70.87 in D 27.56 in
Giuseppe Rivadossi for Officina Rivadossi Bedroom Divider Wardrobe Walnut
By Giuseppe Rivadossi, Officina Rivadossi
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Giuseppe Rivadossi for Officina Rivadossi, bedroom divider or wardrobe unit, walnut, glass Italy, 1980s This exceptional piece by Italian sculptor and designer Giuseppe Rivadossi is...
Glass, Walnut
Mid-Century botanical ceramic tile coffee table in Oak, 1960s
By Roger Capron
Located in Langemark-Poelkapelle, BE
This handcrafted mid-century coffee table features a striking square top composed of 25 ceramic tiles, each uniquely decorated with pressed botanical motifs – including leaves, stems...
Ceramic, Oak
Mid-Century Silver Plated Ice Bucket by Christofle
By Christofle
Located in Miami, FL
French Christofle Silver Plated Windsor Ice bucket. Designed by Lino Sabattini. Circa 1961. Excellent condition with hallmarks and signed.
Silver Plate
Guillerme Et Chambron Two Door Oak Cabinet, France, 1960s
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in New York, NY
1960's French Guillerme et Chambron two door cabinet. Additional two secret side doors with five interior shelves. Four interior shelves within the cabinet. Inset parquetry design fr...
Oak
$6,039Sale Price|20% Off
H 40.75 in W 33.86 in D 27.56 in
Alvar Aalto Rare Writing Table from Otaniemi Technical University, 1960s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Rare writing table, designed by Alvar Aalto, 1960s. Birch with linoleum table top. Later modified with the reading lamp. The writing table is from the Otaniemi Technical University. ...
Metal
$4,348Sale Price|20% Off
H 14.57 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Pia Manu Coffee Table, Ceramic Top, Chromed Steel, Brutalist Style
By Pia Manu
Located in Antwerp, BE
Pia Manu, coffee table, slate, chromed steel, Belgium, 1960s This unique, handmade coffee table with chromed steel frame is designed in the workshop of Pia Manu. The table top is ...
Chrome
$5,528
H 31 in W 80 in D 38 in
Our Signature Leather Edward Cigar Armchair in Hand Dyed Tobacco with Patina
By David Robinson
Located in London, GB
Our Edward Cigar chair is built with comfort and gentlemanly elegance in mind. It encapsulates the essence of the modern discerning gentleman. Here you can see it finishes in our ...
Leather
While it isn’t always top of mind for some, antique and vintage tableware can enhance even the most informal meal. It has been an intimate part of how we’ve interacted with our food for millennia.
Tableware has played a basic but important role in everyday life. Ancient Egyptians used spoons (which are classified as flatware) made of ivory and wood, while Greeks and Romans, who gathered for banquets involving big meals and entertainment, ate with forks and knives. At the beginning of the 17th century, however, forks were still uncommon in American homes. Over time, tableware has thankfully evolved and today includes increasingly valuable implements.
Tableware refers to the tools people use to set the table, including serving pieces, dinner plates and more. It encompasses everything from the intricate and elaborate to the austere and functional, yet are all what industrial product designer Jasper Morrison might call “Super Normal” — anonymous objects that are too useful to be considered banal.
There are four general categories of tableware — serveware, dinnerware, drinkware and, lastly, flatware, which is commonly referred to as silverware or cutlery. Serveware includes serving bowls, platters, gravy boats, casserole pans and ladles. Most tableware is practical, but it can also be decorative. And decorative objects count as tableware too. Even though they don’t fit squarely into one of the four categories, vases, statues and floral arrangements are traditional centerpieces.
Drinkware appropriately refers to the vessels we use for our beverages — mugs, cups and glasses. There is a good deal of variety that falls under this broad term. For example, your cheerful home bar or mid-century modern bar cart might be outfitted with a full range of vintage barware, which might include pilsner glasses and tumblers. Specialty cocktails are often served in these custom glasses, but they’re still a type of drinkware.
Every meal should be special — even if you’re using earthenware or stoneware for a casual lunch — but perhaps you’re hosting a dinner party to mark a specific event. The right high-quality tableware can bring a touch of luxury to your cuisine. Young couples, for example, traditionally add “fine china,” or porcelain, to their wedding registry as a commemoration of their union and likely wouldn’t turn down exquisite silver made by Tiffany & Co. or Georg Jensen.
It’s important to remember, however, that when you’re setting the dining room table to have fun with it. Just as you might mix and match your dining chairs, don’t be afraid to mix new and old or high and low with your tableware. On 1stDibs, find an extraordinary range of vintage and antique tableware to help elevate your meal as well as the mood and atmosphere of your entire dining room.
Simple or sophisticated, equipped with console, cart or custom cabinetry, these stylish bar areas deserve a toast.
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